Senior Application Software Engineer

THE TALENT PEOPLE PTE. LTD.; Penarth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking a Senior Application Software Engineer based in the United Kingdom. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scientific software application while addressing complex software issues and customer-specific requirements. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience in application software development, strong proficiency in C/C++, and a robust understanding of software testing methodologies. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance solutions.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of application software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ with experience in debugging and maintaining production software.
• Experience with software testing methodologies and test automation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, debug, and fix software defects reported by customers.
• Implement customer requirements and change requests.
• Design, develop, and maintain application software following coding standards.
• Perform unit testing and system testing to validate functionality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to clarify requirements.

Skills

C/C++

Debugging complex systems

Software testing methodologies

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor or master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Job description

The Talent People x JSIT-PE

The Talent People is proud to partner with JSIT-PE, a government initiative aimed at strengthening Singapore’s Precision Engineering sector by addressing manpower challenges and fostering industry growth. By applying for our job opportunities, you’re joining a strategic effort to enhance Singapore’s Precision Engineering landscape.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Application Software Engineer to design, develop, maintain, and enhance our scientific instrument application software. The role involves fixing complex software issues, implementing customer‑specific requirements, and ensuring software quality through comprehensive testing. The successful candidate will work closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver reliable, high‑performance software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse, debug, and fix software defects reported by customers or internal teams in a timely and systematic manner
• Implement customer requirements and change requests, ensuring alignment with system architecture and product roadmap
• Design, develop, and maintain application software according to coding standards and best practices
• Perform unit testing, integration testing, and system testing to validate functionality, performance, and reliability
• Collaborate with product managers, hardware/firmware engineers, and field support teams to clarify requirements and resolve issues
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure software complies with quality, security, and performance requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor or master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5‑8 years of application software development experience
• Strong proficiency in C/C++
• Solid experience in debugging complex systems and maintaining production software
• Hands‑on experience implementing customer‑driven requirements
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and test automation
• Good problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills

Soft Skills

• Strong ownership and accountability for software quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Clear communication with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks under tight timelines

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